JAZZ ON T.A.P is an acoustic jazz trio formed in Athens, Greece towards the end of 2008. Its founding members are Nikos Terzakis (guitar), Christos Asonitis (drums) and Yannis Papadopoulos (bass). The band presents original compositions and also strives to achieve a fresh approach on jazz standards. Their first album titled “Jazz on T.A.P” contains nine original compositions by Nikos Terzakis & Yannis Papadopoulos and was released in February 2012 as an independent production.
The trio has appeared in international jazz festivals in Greece (Tinos Jazz 2009, Athens Jazz Marathon 2011) and has performed in most jazz venues in Athens and the Greek province. It has been hosted by Greek radio producers Pantazis Tsaras (ERA3, Kosmos 936) and Cornelios Diamantopoulos (Sto Kokkino 105.5). The band has collaborated with talented Greek jazz musicians such as Yannis Papanastassiou, Yiorgos Psihoyios, Solis Barkis, Yannis Economides, Vaggelis Paraskevaidis & Nasia Gofa.
“Contemporary jazz guitar trio delivering original compositions and jazz standards with a fresh European sound full of energy and inner tension.
Each musician contributes their own influences and together they are building a strong and unique team.”
Jazz & Jazz Magazine (April 2009 issue)
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